Stratford Chef

Check out the Gastronomy report by Jon Cober (Class of 2026) on our blog this week, which examines the perspectives of small producers, local restaurants and the supply chain dynamics and other critical factors that impact them. #elementor-toc__heading-anchor-5" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">stratfordchef.com/blog/small-pro…

Culinary training at Stratford Chefs School provides a solid foundation for a diverse range of culinary careers. Check out new employment opportunities on our Job Board: stratfordchef.com/job-board/ ⁠

Our annual GALA Dinner & Auction is just around the corner, but there is still time to get your tickets! The Dinner Menu has been finalized, and now you can preview our catalogue of fabulous Live and Silent Auction lots: stratfordchef.com/2026-gala-dinn… Join us March 8 to dine and bid!

Our opulent Gala Dinner & Auction is Sunday, March 8 at the Elora Mill, get your tickets! Dinner Menu: -Shiso-Cured Albacore Tuna -Beef Striploin w/ Mushroom Vol-au-Vent, Squash & Tasty Root Jus -Citrus Meringue w/ Raspberries & Pistachio Custard⁠ Info: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

4 spots are still available for our Open Kitchen Spring Explorer 5 day course March 9-13. Don't miss your opportunity to participate in this 5 day intensive, a hands-on taste of our renowned full time professional culinary program. Book now! exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

This Valentine’s Day, the most exclusive table in Stratford awaits! For the first time ever, we are offering a Chef’s Table for Two, right in the kitchen at Chef Randi Rudner’s Canadian Guest Chef Dinner. Come dine on the other side of the window! Details: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

In February, an outstanding lineup of invited Canadian Guest Chefs, including several of our Alumni, will design exciting 4+ course dinner menus and work alongside our apprentices to prepare and serve them to the public. Don't miss out, reserve now: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

Early-Bird Pricing for the annual Stratford Chefs School GALA Dinner and Auction ends this Thursday January 15! Reserve now to join us for an opulent celebration at the historic Elora Mill on Sunday, March 8. Details: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs… Photo: Terry Manzo

Gala Announcement! The Stratford Chefs School Gala Dinner & Auction will take place on Sunday March 8, 2026 at the beautiful Elora Mill. Reserve your Early-Bird Tickets now: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs… #culinaryschool

Happy Holidays! Wishing you a delightful and delicious winter holiday.

SAVE THE DATE for GALA 2026!⁠ ⁠ Planning is well underway; we will be putting tickets on sale soon. Mark your calendar now!⁠ ⁠ Stratford Chefs School Annual Gala Dinner and Auction⁠ Sunday March 8, 2026 at the Elora Mill⁠ ⁠ We are excited to share more details soon!

Chef, author, activist Joshna Maharaj shared a few words about her time here: "Happy that I got the chance to learn more about the School and the unique way that culinary education is offered to students. We share many values around how to train chefs. I've been inspired!"

A huge THANK YOU to all who contributed to our #givingtuesdayca Matching Donor Challenge! Because of your generosity, we surpassed our goal. With the incredible private matching gift, we raised more than $20,000 for the School! #culinaryschool #stratfordon

We are more than half way to achieving our Matching Donor Challenge GOAL of $10,000, which will be doubled by a generous private donor! Your gift will help shape the future of Canadian cuisine - one student, one dish, one dream at a time. Give now: canadahelps.org/en/charities/s…

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Our GivingTuesday Matching Donor Challenge STARTS NOW! We are thrilled to announce that a generous private Donor has committed to match up to $10,000 of YOUR GivingTuesday donations dollar-for-dollar. Give now: canadahelps.org/en/charities/s…

There is still space for 'Eating Words', a free event with Joshna Maharaj, our 2025 Joseph Hoare Gastronomic Writer-in-Residence, in conversation with food consultant Theresa Albert. We hope you can join us on Friday November 21 at 4pm. Learn more: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

Our International Inspirations Dinner Series begins this evening! Internationally renowned chefs inspire the menus, painstakingly executed by our Level 2 Student Chefs for the public. Tonight's dinner menu is inspired by Ben Shewry, of world-renowned Attica in Melbourne.

This week we feature Stratford Chefs School Alumnus Corbin Mathany (Class of 2012), Chef-Owner of Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions, in Victoria, B.C., a tiny gem of a restaurant offering "a quiet revolution in hospitality and flavour." ⁠Learn more: stratfordchef.com/about-us/blog/

Space has become available for our South East Asia Small Plates Dinner menu this Saturday, November 8. Student Chef Jenna Terry Chef Instructor Randi Rudner Book in now: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…

Welcome to Stratford @joshnamaharaj , our Joseph Hoare Gastronomic Writer-In-Residence (JHGWIR) for 2025. Join us on Friday Nov 21 for 'Eating Words', when Joshna will discuss her work with food consultant and nutritionist Theresa Albert. More info: exploretock.com/stratfordchefs…